The Venture Partners Program is designed to provide greater and more meaningful interactions between faculty and staff entrepreneurs, their startup companies, and qualified seed and Series A investors looking for the latest tech-enabled market opportunities. Â
VVP Program Elements
- Build relationships with venture investors
- Align investment interests with ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ startups
- Facilitate introductions between investors and founders
- Advise ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ Portfolio Companies
- Coach scientific founders through the commercialization process
Mutual Value Creation
¹ú²ú´«Ã½ Venture Partners will receive:
- Exclusive Access & Tailored Investment Opportunities: Engage with ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ research-funded technologies and receive curated investment pitches that align with your interests, driving mutual success.
- Collaborative Co-Investment:Â Partner as a co-investor on handpicked deal flow sourced from the Innovation Investment Committee (Seed Fund), ensuring you have access to the most promising opportunities.
- Enhance Regional Presence: Take advantage of opportunities to judge, present on panels, join committees, and co-sponsor prestigious pitch events, significantly boosting your visibility on campus and within the regional startup ecosystems.
°ä´Ç²Ô³Ù²¹³¦³ÙÌýCam Crain, Venture Acceleration Manager, to learn more about the ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ Venture Partners program.
¹ú²ú´«Ã½ inventors will receive:
- Access to Capital & Coaching:Â Gain crucial access to funding and expert guidance that can help turn your innovative ideas into viable businesses.
- Market Feedback & Mentorship:Â Receive valuable insights from experienced professionals and industry veterans who can help refine your product and market strategy.
- Ecosystem Exposure:Â Immerse yourself in a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem that offers networking opportunities, resources, and potential partnerships to elevate your startup journey.
°ä´Ç²Ô³Ù²¹³¦³ÙÌýCam Crain, Venture Acceleration Manager, to learn more about the ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ Venture Partners program.
¹ú²ú´«Ã½ Venture Partners:
- Provide financial support.
- Build strong, meaningful relationships with visionary scientific founders.
- Share a vision that aligns with ¹ú²ú´«Ã½'s technological goals.
- Engage with projects from the early stages.
- Offer insights and feedback on market trends.
- Connect skilled individuals and teams.
°ä´Ç²Ô³Ù²¹³¦³ÙÌýCam Crain, Venture Acceleration Manager, to learn more about the ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ Venture Partners program.
VVP Program Partners:
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- ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ Innovation Investment Committee (IIC)​
°ä´Ç²Ô³Ù²¹³¦³ÙÌýCam Crain, Venture Acceleration Manager, to learn more about the ¹ú²ú´«Ã½ Venture Partners program.